Venezuela

Venezuela Transnational Issues

Venezuela, a country rich in cultural heritage and natural resources, faces significant transnational challenges. As of 2024, the nation grapples with the displacement of 2,338 internally displaced persons and hosts 20,911 refugees, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Furthermore, Venezuela is identified as a major player in illicit drug production and transit, with a focus on becoming a major precursor-chemical producer by 2025. The country is also categorized under Tier 3 in the global fight against human trafficking, indicating a lack of substantial progress in meeting the minimum standards required for its eradication. These transnational issues underscore the complex socio-political landscape that Venezuela must navigate in the coming years.

Illicit drugs

USG identification


major illicit drug-producing and/or drug-transit country

major precursor-chemical producer (2025)

Trafficking in persons

tier rating

Tier 3 — Venezuela has not adequately achieved the minimum criteria for the eradication of trafficking and is making no advancements towards this goal, thus, Venezuela continues to be classified as Tier 3; for further information, visit: https://www.state.gov/reports/2025-trafficking-in-persons-report/venezuela/

Refugees and internally displaced persons

IDPs

2,338 (2024 est.)

refugees

20,911 (2024 est.)